Herbaria Tea (22)

Tea Description Lavender boasts a celebrated heritage of use in both aromatherapy and in traditional herbal medicine, prized amongst the Romans and seated amongst other exclusive herbs as a ‘holy herb’ in the preparation of the ‘holy essence’. Lavender’s ancestry reaches back to the mint family, from which 39 known species of lavender have emerged. The many herbaceous members of the Lavender family offer a myriad of unique forms and features. Medicinally, Lavender is regarded for its soothing aromatic qualities, its antipanic and anxiety reducing nature along with its ability to promote a restful sleep. It is also known to be effective in the alleviation of headaches related to stress.   – May help to reduce anxiety and relieve feelings of panic – May help to reduce sleep disturbances – May help to alleviate headaches related to stress For educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.  This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.     Brewing Instructions  Add boiling water over the bag Let steep for 4 to 6min If desired sweeten with honey Store box in a cool dry place      

Chamomile (Matricaria Chamomilla) Traditionally used as a remedy for stress, anxiety and insomnia Offers a relaxing effect on the body Digestive aid Helps to improve appetite Wild Crafted Caffeine Free Chamomile is a soothing, calming tea that has a long tradition of common use.In fact, no plant was better known to the country folk of old. It has been grown for centuries in English gardens for its use as a common domestic medicine.Chamomile is an annual plant with small, daisylike flowers that have a faint scent of apple. When taken as a strong tea, chamomile can soothe upset stomachs, nausea, and heartburn. Ingredients Chamomile (Matricaria Chamomilla) Caution Should not be used by those who are allergic to ragweed! Brewing Instructions Add boiling water over the bag Let steep for 4 to 6min If desired sweeten with honey Store box in a cool dry place

Tea Description Dandelion, a plant which is often looked upon as a troublesome weed, is one of nature’s great gifts. It forms blankets of yellow flowers, which turn grasslands into a beautiful sight to behold. The toothed leaves rise directly from the root and form a rosette around the radius of the herb. Each stem bears one of the familiar bright yellow blossoms. It is regarded as one of the best herbal remedies for kidney and liver problems. The leaves are particularly beneficial for the kidneys, as they are a powerful diuretic. However, unlike conventional diuretics, Dandelion does not leach potassium from the body – its rich potassium content replaces what the body losses. It may help cleanse the blood and liver and increase bile production.       -Acts as diuretic and digestive aid. -Effective blood and liver purifier -Protects against liver and gall bladder disorders. Caution: Should not be combined with prescription diuretics. For educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.  This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.     Brewing Instructions  Add boiling water over the bag Let steep for 4 to 6min If desired sweeten with honey Store box in a cool dry place      

Tea Description Echinacea – certainly one of the most respected and broadly recognized assets in herbal medicine – is a widely distributed flowering plant found throughout eastern and central North America. Echinacea has been used in traditional herbal medicine against a wide variety of ailments, including viral infections of the respiratory tract, urinary tract and blood. It also has a history of use in non-infectious conditions, including pain, CFS (Chronic Fatigue Syndrome) and migraines.       – May help to combat viral infections throughout the body – May help to reduce pain, CFS and migraines For educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.  This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.     Brewing Instructions  Add boiling water over the bag Let steep for 4 to 6min If desired sweeten with honey Store box in a cool dry place      

Tea Description Elder is a small tree or shrub that grows 5-7 meters high. Spreading branches bear flat heads of small, star-shaped, yellow or white flowers in late spring early summer. It is particularly helpful in dealing with winter chills and sore throats. As a hot tea, it promotes sweating and is soothing for upper respiratory infections. Potential benefits:  -Relieves symptoms of colds and flu -Traditional remedy for coughs and bronchial infections. For educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.  This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.   Brewing Instructions Add boiling water over the bag Let steep for 4 to 6min If desired sweeten with honey Store box in a cool dry place

Herbaria Fennel Tea Fennel offers a licorice flavor with soothing properties. Fennel with yellow flowers and flattery leaves grows wild in most parts of Europe and North America.Fennel is a common ingredient in cough remedies. helps to stimulate the flow of breast milkFor educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Brewing Instructions Add boiling water over the bag Let steep for 4 to 6min If desired sweeten with honey Store box in a cool dry place.

Tea Description Hawthorn is a small to medium sized shrubby tree native to Europe. Traditionally, herbal remedies based on hawthorn berries, leaves and flowers have been recommended for treating heart disease (modern research appears to validate this use). Hawthorn berries are rich in bioflavonoids which are essential for helping strengthen blood vessels. It also helps to lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels. It is good for heart muscles weakened by age. Many people under strain from pressures at work can benefit from consumption of hawthorn tea.       -Helps to normalize blood pressure by regulating heart activity -Traditionally used for nervous heart issues -Helps to improves circulation -May enhance cardiovascular health For educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.  This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.     Brewing Instructions Add boiling water over the bag Let steep for 4 to 6min If desired sweeten with honey Store box in a cool dry place      

Tea Description Horsetail is a plant left over from prehistoric times. By the evidence of fossil remains, it has survived almost unchanged for 200 million years. This plant is quite simply a storehouse of minerals and vitamins. It offers an excellent source of silica, which makes it great for hair, skin and nails. It is also a gentle diuretic.       -Helps to improve and maintain the elasticity of tissues -Helps to strengthen bones -Traditionally used as a mild diuretic in the treatment of kidney stones -Increases calcium absorption For educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.  This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.     Brewing Instructions Add boiling water over the bag Let steep for 4 to 6min If desired sweeten with honey Store box in a cool dry place      

Tea Description Hyssop is a vibrant green, relatively small shrub, which produces small flowers of several colours during the summer months. It is native to areas stretching from Southern Europe to the Middle East. In traditional herbal medicine, it has long been used as a cough suppressant and expectorant. It offers antiseptic activity, thanks to key compounds found within (including phenol). Hyssop may also stimulate the digestive system.       – May ease coughing and upper respiratory ailments – May help combat infections – May stimulate digestive activity For educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.  This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.     Brewing Instructions  Add boiling water over the bag Let steep for 4 to 6min If desired sweeten with honey Store box in a cool dry place      

Tea Description Lemon-balm (European Lemon-grass) is native to the Mediterranean region and Central Europe. This herb has a pleasant, lemon-mint scent and makes an enjoyable herbal tea. It is used traditionally for migraines, toothaches and dizziness. Lemon-Balm tea is both tasty and refreshing, offering a healthful way to perk yourself up! It is also a good way to get back on track after a stressful day.   -Used internally for nervous disorders and associated indigestion -Traditionally used for depression and anxiety -Effective for headaches and tension For educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.  This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.     Brewing Instructions Add boiling water over the bag Let steep for 4 to 6min If desired sweeten with honey Store box in a cool dry place                                                                        

  Tea Description Linden tea is made from the flowers of the Linden tree, a tall deciduous tree that grows to 35m with a smooth bark white and toothed, heart-shaped leaves. Linden flowers first appear as hanging cymes with a sweet aroma in the Spring. Linden flowers are also known as Lime Flowers in Europe. They make a particularly soothing and tasty tea. Potential Benifits: -Good for bronchitis and coughs -Linden helps to combat infections of the upper respiratory track -Traditionally used in fever, colds and flu -Helps reduce nervous states affecting digestion and bowel function -Brings a soothing effect to the body For educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.  This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.     Brewing instructions Add boiling water over the bag Let steep for 4 to 6min If desired sweeten with honey Store box in a cool dry place      

Tea Description Marigold (Calendula) is a native of Europe but familiar around the world as a yellow ornamental plant. Marigold flowers contain antiseptic, anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties that promote healing. As such, Marigold helps to cleanse the blood and helps stimulate circulation. Externally applied, the cooled tea soothes burns and improves healing of wounds. Traditionally it has been used for gastrointestinal problems such as ulcers, stomach cramps, colitis and diarrhea. It is also useful when taken internally for fever and helps prevent recurrent vomiting.       -Helps to soothe stomach ulcers -Promotes healing of burns and minor skin wounds. -Helps to relieves menstrual cramps -Fights eruptive skin diseases For educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.  This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.     Brewing Instructions Add boiling water over the bag Let steep for 4 to 6min If desired sweeten with honey Store box in a cool dry place      

Herbaria Milk Thistle Tea (Cardus Marianus) Milk Thistle is one of the most popular liver tonic herb in Europe. It grows in dry, rocky soils throughout southern and western Europe and in some parts of the United-States. Its branched stem grows 1 to 3 feet high with dark green, shiny leaves. Large, solitary, purple flower heads covered in spines appear from June to August. Milk Thistle contains a flavonoid called silymarin that helps fight free radical damage, and exerts a protective effect on the liver. The liver plays a critical role in maintaining good health. It also detoxifies poisons that enter our body, such as nicotine, alcohol and other pollutants. Potential benefits:  -Helps to cleanse and protect the liver from toxins  -Stimulates the production of new liver cells For educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.  This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Brewing Instructions Add boiling water over the bag Let steep for 4 to 6min If desired sweeten with honey Store box in a cool dry place

Tea Description Passion Flower is native to the Americas, and was introduced later to Europe. In both regions, this perennial climbing vine holds a long and celebrated history in the herbal medicine tradition. Passion Flower is known first and foremost for its potency as an anxiety relieving herb. However, much like valerian, it is also remarked upon due to its anti-hysteric and anti-insomnia effects. Passion Flower’s efficacy is thought to be due at least in part to a rise in GABA (gamma aminobutyric acid) levels within the brain triggered by consumption of the herb.       – May aid in the alleviation of anxiety -May aid in the promotion of restful sleep -May aid in the reduction of hysteria symptoms For educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.  This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.     Brewing Instructions  Add boiling water over the bag Let steep for 4 to 6min If desired sweeten with honey Store box in a cool dry place      

Tea Description Peppermint is one of the best tasting home remedies of indigestion. A common garden herb which is often used for garnish, Peppermint offers a delightful taste and enjoyable aroma that stimulates the senses.       -Aids in digestion -Antispasmodic: good for cramps and stomach pain -Excellent for heartburn and stomach ache -May also be helpful in reducing insomnia For educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.  This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.     Brewing Instructions Add boiling water over the bag Let steep for 4 to 6min If desired sweeten with honey Store box in a cool dry place      

Rosehip grows in thick patches on roadsides and hillsides. Flowers vary in colour from pale pink to deep rose. Its seed are enclosed in hips and turn bright red in the fall. This tea is an excellent source of Vitamin C. Humans cannot manufacture Vitamin C, therefore we need to get it through other sources – such as Rosehip. -Provides one of the best natural and freely available sources of Vitamin C -Effective against the common cold and coughs -Helps fight infections and bladder problems -Rosehip tea is useful when dealing with diarrhea For educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.  This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.   Brewing Instructions Add boiling water over the bag Let steep for 4 to 6min If desired sweeten with honey Store box in a cool dry place

Tea Description Sage, with its characteristic grayish-green leaves and aromatic qualities, is native to Europe and the Mediterranean region and known throughout the world as both a culinary herb and for its long use in herbal medicine. Traditionally, Sage has been used to help ease digestive ailments, including gas, diarrhea and bloating, and also reduce stomach pain due to stomach inflammation. It is also used in ailments of the mind, including depression, memory loss and Alzheimers disease. Sage may also offer relief for woman suffering from painful menstruation and difficult menopausal transition.       – May ease digestive ailments, including gas, bloating and diahrrea – May reduce stomach pain – May offer cognitive benefit (memory and depression) – May reduce menstrual pain and ease menopausal symptoms (hot flashes) For educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.  This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.     Brewing Instructions  Add boiling water over the bag Let steep for 4 to 6min If desired sweeten with honey Store box in a cool dry place      

Tea Description The Arabian physicians, who once imported materials through Alexandria, were among the first to record the use of Senna leaf as a medicine. Senna provides the main ingredient of many herbal laxatives. It is excellent for short-term use in constipation. Combine senna with fennel to reduce griping. Senna works most effectively when taken with plenty of fluids, while eating fiber rich foods, such as grains, fruits and vegetables. Stop taking Senna as soon as your constipation clears up.       -A very effective laxative! Caution: Don’t use Senna if you have an inflammatory condition of the digestive track, hemorrhoids or a prolapsed rectum. Do not use for prolonged periods! For educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.  This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.     Brewing Instructions  Add boiling water over the bag Let steep for 4 to 6min If desired sweeten with honey Store box in a cool dry place      

Tea Description St John’s Wort is a perennial herb commonly found on sunny hillsides, fields and at the edges of woods and roads. When its yellow flowers are crushed in-hand, they leave a bright stain. Traditionally, this herb has been used as a mild tranquilizer and as a treatment for insomnia and depression. Recent studies appear to validate its effect on anxiety and certain emotional disturbances. The calming properties of St John’s Wort have been useful in treating bed-wetting. St John’s Wort tea has also been traditionally used for relieving premenstrual stress and irritability.     -May be beneficial for depression -May help to control stress  -Offers a calming effect on the body For educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.  This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.     Brewing Instructions Add boiling water over the bag Let steep for 4 to 6min If desired sweeten with honey Store box in a cool dry place      

Tea Description Stinging nettle is one of herbal medicines most valuable medicinal herbs. Every component of the nettle, including leaves, flowers, stems and roots has a medicinal properties. It offers a rich source of minerals such as iron, calcium and silica. Nettle is one of the best blood cleansing and blood building herbs. It is traditionally used for spring cleansing, often drank in up to three cups a day for two weeks in the springtime to cleanse the body after a compromised winter diet. The Romans used to flail their rheumatic joints with nettles, which caused a warming and healing inflammation. It also has a robust history of use for allergies, anaemia, to lower blood sugar and to stimulate the kidneys.   -As a blood builder it is beneficial for anaemia, chlorosis and other blood disorders -Helps to control excessive menstrual flow -Helps to lower blood sugar -It is used for vaginal infections (yeast infections) -Helps with symptoms of hay fever (stuffy nose, watery eyes). For educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.  This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.     Brewing Instructions Add boiling water over the bag Let steep for 4 to 6min If desired sweeten with honey Store box in a cool dry place